Are Basil and Lavandula Angustifolia in the same botanical family?

Yes — both belong to Lamiaceae.

Can you substitute Basil for Lavandula Angustifolia?

They share the Lamiaceae family, so they can sometimes substitute in recipes — with notable differences in aroma.

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Basil vs Lavandula Angustifolia

Ocimum basilicum · Lavandula angustifolia

Basil

Ocimum basilicum

D No Clinical Evidence

Family: Lamiaceae
Genus: Ocimum
Primary use: culinary

Basil, also called great basil, is a culinary herb of the family Lamiaceae (mints). It is a tender plant, and is used in cuisines worldwide. In Western cuisine, the generic term "basil" refers to the variety also known as Genovese basil or sweet basil. Basil is native to tropical…

Lavandula Angustifolia

Lavandula angustifolia

D No Clinical Evidence

Family: Lamiaceae
Genus: Lavandula
Primary use: culinary

Lavandula angustifolia, formerly L. officinalis, is a flowering plant in the family Lamiaceae, native to the Mediterranean basin. Its common names include lavender, true lavender and English lavender ; also garden lavender, common lavender and narrow-leaved lavender.

At a glance

· Both in Lamiaceae, but different genera (Ocimum vs Lavandula).
· Both are primarily culinary.
· Evidence tiers — Basil: D; Lavandula Angustifolia: D.